Arvada West hadn't done well against Columbine recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Arvada West Wildcats came out on top against the Columbine Rebels by a score of 41-33. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 50-43 back in January.
Arvada West's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Saylor Swanson led the charge by going 7 of 17 en route to 15 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals. Sara Walker was another key player, putting up two points along with seven steals and six boards.
Arvada West smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Columbine only pulled down five offensive boards.
Taylor Speir and Jordyn Washington certainly did their best on Tuesday to avoid the loss. Speir posted 11 points and three steals, while Washington earned nine points and six rebounds. Speir has been hot, having posted two or more steals the last five times she's played.
Wildcats
| 02/04/25 vs Columbine | 41-33 |
| 02/01/25 @ Ralston Valley | 56-37 |
| 01/29/25 @ Chatfield | 54-51 |
The victory was the third in a row for Arvada West, bringing their record for this year to 15-2. As for Columbine, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 13-5.
Arvada West didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 72-47 loss against Valor Christian on the 6th. As for Columbine, they have also already played their next game, an 80-33 win against Bear Creek on the 6th.
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